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OSPARS

OSPARS

​​The Office of Sponsored Programs and Research Support (OSPARS) is the central point of coordination for sponsored programs and clinical trials. It is UPMC's authorized representative for grants, contracts, and other agreements from external sponsors.

OSPARS facilitates sponsore​d programs and clinical trials by:

  • Assisting in reviewing and endorsing proposals
  • Negotiating agreements
  • Accepting and authorizing awards
  • Interpreting sponsor rules and guidelines
  • Providing post-award administration services
  • Study Development, Planning, and Design
  • Study Start-Up
  • Study Conduct
  • Study Close-Out
  • Regulatory and Compliance
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